It flows into the Philippine Sea and the Pacific Ocean at Barangay Talisay, Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur.

[6][7] Explorations continued in March 2015 aiming to explore the area beyond its 82 metres (269 ft) depth and are now led by Bernil Gastardo under contract with GIZ, University of San Carlos-Biology Department, and DENR-BMB under the project Hinatuan Enchanted River Underwater Cave System Rapid Source Assessment (HERUCS).

Beginning on March 20, a collaborative 5-day assessment and mapping of the ecosystem was conducted by the University of San Carlos and the Filipino Cave Divers (FCD).

One story tells of fairies that added the colors of sapphire and jade to the river to make its unique shade.

[9] Since 2017, the local government of Hinatuan has prohibited tourists from swimming in the main pool due to preservation and maintenance.